PANIC DISORDER

This study tests whether a computer-delivered therapy can help people who have both an anxiety disorder and alcohol use disorder. The program aims to reduce heavy drinking days and delay relapse. Researchers will enroll 256 adults in an addiction treatment program to see if this …

This study is testing a new internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) for young people aged 8 to 17 with anxiety disorders. The goal is to see if the online program can reduce anxiety severity over 12 weeks. Participants will complete questionnaires and attend follow-ups…

This study tests whether an 8-week mindful self-compassion program works as well when delivered by video as it does in person. About 80 adults with anxiety disorders or major depression will take part. Researchers will measure changes in symptoms like worry, sadness, and self-cri…

This study looks at whether qigong (a gentle movement practice) or multicomponent exercise can help people with panic disorder feel less anxious and improve their physical health. Researchers will enroll 60 adults aged 18-65 who have been diagnosed with panic disorder. Participan…

This study compares two approaches to treating anxiety in children and teens aged 8-17. In stepped care, everyone starts with internet therapy and gets in-person sessions only if needed. In stratified care, kids are assigned to internet or in-person therapy based on their needs. …

This study tests whether delivering cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in person, via video, or a mix of both works best for children aged 5-18 with anxiety or OCD. About 500 participants will be randomly assigned to one of three delivery methods. The goal is to find ways to make…

This study tests a new medicine, HB-1, to see if it safely reduces unexpected panic attacks in adults aged 18 to 65 with panic disorder. About 240 participants will receive either HB-1, a placebo, or another active drug. Researchers will track panic attack frequency and side effe…

This study aims to see if a carbon dioxide (CO2) challenge can help doctors identify patients with anxiety, OCD, PTSD, or panic disorder who are unlikely to improve with exposure-based therapy. Researchers will enroll 600 adults aged 18-70 and measure their response to CO2 before…

This study compares levels of certain immune-related proteins (IL-33, sST2, and CRP) in the blood of people with panic disorder who have never taken medication versus healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if these markers are different, which could help understand how inflammati…

This study tests whether using a life history calendar—a simple grid that helps people recall important life events—can improve how accurately adults in Hong Kong remember and report past mental health problems. Researchers will compare the standard interview method with the cale…